Jack Laing
Guelph,ON
Summary
I am currently a student of the University of Guelph's Associate Diploma in Turf Management program, and am looking for an internship for the summer of 2025.
I would describe myself as hardworking, reliable, and a motivated young individual with an appetite for knowledge and learning. I have three seasons of Golf Course employment under my belt, with an Ontario Pesticide Technician License that I acquired in september of 2023. Furthermore, I have at least 1 year combined of landscaping and property maintenance knowledge with experience driving tractors, skid steers, and other heavy machinery for the purpose of Landscaping and snow removal.
I look forward to hearing back from you.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Grounds Crew Member
Redtail Golf Course
07.2022 - 08.2024
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Developed and implemented strategies for pest and disease control.
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides to outdoor areas according to safety standards.
- Utilized lawn striping methods for healthy grass growing and appearance.
- Enhanced overall aesthetics of the property with detailed attention to lawn patterns during mowing operations.
- Enhanced green spaces by performing routine maintenance tasks, such as mowing, trimming, and edging.
- Supported training initiatives for new crew members to ensure consistent performance levels across the team.
- Assisted with seasonal preparations, such as planting new flora or preparing grounds for winter weather conditions.
- Ensured compliance with local regulations regarding chemical usage through proper storage, handling, and application techniques.
- Assisted in inventory management efforts for supplies needed within the department.
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.Maintained equipment in optimal condition by performing regular cleaning and maintenance tasks.
- Promoted teamwork among crew members through clear communication and cooperation during project execution.
- Operated landscaping equipment with focus on safety and machine longevity.
Landscape Labourer
KMS Property Maintenance
12.2022 - 05.2023
- Reduced water usage in landscaping projects by incorporating drought-tolerant plants and efficient irrigation systems.
- Contributed to company growth by consistently meeting project deadlines, resulting in increased referral business.
- Enhanced landscape aesthetics by designing and implementing creative garden layouts and plant arrangements.
- Assisted in the development of comprehensive landscape plans that incorporated client input and site-specific requirements.
- Improved client satisfaction with timely completion of landscaping projects, maintaining high-quality standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Parkside Collegiate Institute
St. Thomas, ON06.2022
Skills
- Drainage Solutions
- Debris Removal
- Plant identification
- Mulching Techniques
- Snow Removal
- Lawn Aeration
- Pest Control
- Irrigation Systems
- Grounds Maintenance
- Jobsite Safety
- Maintaining equipment
- Machine Safety Practices
- Weeding and edging
- Landscape equipment operation
- Residential Landscaping
- Soil preparation
- Pest Management
- Lawn Care
- Landscape maintenance
- Trimming and weeding
- Watering lawns and trees
- Sod Laying
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
Ontario Pesticide Technician License
Canadian Red Cross First Aid & CPR Certification
Ontario Pesticide Technician License
Attained in september of 2023, through the Government of Ontario
Timeline
Landscape Labourer
KMS Property Maintenance
12.2022 - 05.2023
Grounds Crew Member
Redtail Golf Course
07.2022 - 08.2024
High School Diploma -
Parkside Collegiate Institute
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